Sen. Alvarado-Gil releases statement denouncing the attack of a man in Jamestown

Law enforcement is investigating attack as a potential hate crime

Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil (R-Jackson) released the following statement regarding an investigation into a potential hate crime attack on a member of the Tuolumne County community:

"I have been in contact with the Tuolumne County Sheriff's Office and Supervisor Brandon to express my full support for their ongoing efforts in responding to the horrific assault on a young person in Jamestown.

"Violent attacks against any individual, regardless of protected class, are an assault on our entire community. We all deserve to feel safe, and I am committed to supporting our law enforcement as they work to ensure our government acts swiftly and decisively to protect us. I am praying for the victim's speedy and full recovery."